The number of domestic trips in Chile displayed significant variations over the past few years. From 2016 to 2019, there was a consistent upward trend, culminating in 74.459 million trips in 2019. However, the COVID-19 pandemic drastically reduced trips by 26.91% in 2020. The market rebounded with a strong recovery in 2021 (25.64%) and continued to rise moderately in the following years, reaching 75.959 million in 2023. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years is 11.75%. Forecasted data indicates a stable yet slight increase in domestic trips, expected to grow at an average annual rate of 0.74%, reaching 79.584 million by 2028. The anticipated overall growth rate over the next five years is 3.76%.
Future trends to watch for include the potential impact of economic fluctuations, changes in domestic tourism infrastructure, and evolving traveler preferences post-pandemic. Sustainable and eco-friendly travel options might also influence travel behaviors and numbers.
